Fort St. Catherine, Military fortress on St. George's Island, Bermuda.
Fort St. Catherine occupies the northeastern tip of St. George's Island with thick limestone walls, ramparts, and tunnel systems carved into the rock. The structure rises across multiple levels with gun positions and chambers offering ocean views from various vantage points.
The fort was built in 1614 on foundations left by an earlier wooden structure from 1612 to defend the island against sea attacks. It was rebuilt and strengthened multiple times as military threats and construction techniques changed over the following centuries.
The fort takes its name from Saint Catherine and holds meaning as a symbol of colonial settlement in Bermuda. Inside, displays show everyday objects and tools from the colonial era, revealing how people lived and worked during those times.
Access to the fort is via a paved pathway winding through the grounds and connecting different sections and viewpoints. Informational signs and plaques are positioned throughout to help visitors understand the layout and purpose of various areas.
The fort houses replicas of the British Crown Jewels displayed within its underground passages and chambers. This unexpected collection reflects the historical importance placed on protecting British sovereignty in these remote Atlantic islands.
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